What to order at Canlis

Must order
The five-course chef's menu with Aisha Ibrahim's Filipino-tinged Walla Walla onion course.
Signature dishes
Aged sea bream in dashi, Walla Walla onion, Canlis salad
Editor tip
Tuesday and Wednesday open with quieter dining rooms and the same kitchen; the bar pours the same wine list at half the formality.
CuisineTasting menu
Price$$$$
NeighborhoodQueen Anne
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Address: 2576 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

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